Registered Nurse Patient Care Unit PRN

Amorem; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Amorem is seeking a registered nurse for a floating AM position between its patient care units in Valdese and Hudson, NC. The role involves establishing care plans, supervising staff, and ensuring safety and quality patient care.

The ideal candidate must hold a current NC nursing license, possess strong communication skills, and be flexible in scheduling. Responsibilities include prompt response to emergencies and maintaining patient safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must respect patient beliefs with an attitude of openness.
• Ability to respond promptly to emergency situations.
• Ability to maintain constant vigilance over patients.

Responsibilities

• Establish care plans for new patients in coordination with IDG.
• Supervise staff and assign patient care.
• Ensure medications are administered accurately and timely.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Supervisory skills

Strong communication

Education

Current NC license as a registered nurse

Completion of nursing refresher course within the past three years

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Description

This is a floating AM position between AMOREM's patient care units in Valdese and Hudson.

Through a holistic approach, high quality comprehensive care is provided timely and efficiently to promote a positive end of life experience in the PCU.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish a plan of care for new patients in coordination with IDG
• Make assignments and supervise patient care
• Notify staff of patient death in accordance with policy
• Assure medications are administered accurately and on a timely basis and in accordance with MD orders
• Respond promptly to all emergency situations
• Maintain constant vigilance over patients, ensuring necessary safety precautions are taken
• Follow all infection control procedures
• Supervise nursing assistants, LPNs and volunteers on duty
• Assure the facility is secured by safety policies and procedures after hours and on weekends
• Assure that patients and families have solace and privacy
• Assure patient/facility supplies, laundry and equipment are appropriately cleaned and stocked

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Willingness to work with patients/families regardless of race, color, creed, age or sexual orientation. Must respect their beliefs and philosophy with an attitude of openness.
• Ability to work effectively with others in a supervisory role
• Strong communication skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Current NC license as a registered nurse
• Active patient contact or completion of a nursing refresher course within the past three years

Licensures & Certifications: (if applicable)

• CPR certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Visual acuity to read written documentation and computer tasks
• Ability to sit extended periods of time and perform administrative tasks
• Ability to stand, bend and lift an average of 30 pounds
• Manual dexterity with the ability to manipulate office equipment and keyboard for extended periods of time
• Ability to walk, squat, kneel, climb and balance

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have an automobile with required insurance coverage and state driver’s license
• PRN employees must complete one 12-hour shift in 90 days